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Guides from Roots Nursery & Landscape
Straight answers to the questions we hear most, written for our own customers.
October 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Bringing the Yard Indoors: Houseplants for Yakima Winters
When the garden goes quiet, a few good houseplants keep things green, and a little repotting keeps them that way.
October 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Getting Irrigation Right in a Dry Valley
A well-planned irrigation system saves water and plants alike, and most problems come down to a few parts you can identify yourself.
October 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Retaining Walls, Pavers and Fire Pits: How a Hardscape Project Goes
Hardscaping is the permanent bones of a yard, and a little planning up front makes the whole project go smoother.
October 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Spring Color for Your Porch: What to Plant, and When
Early color goes in first and summer color follows once the nights warm up, and a good porch pot can carry both.
October 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Choosing a Shade Tree for Your Yakima Yard
A shade tree pays you back for decades, so it's worth choosing the right one for the right spot before anything goes in the ground.